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We are a statewide community focused on building a better world for tomorrow by engaging students in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). FIRST Tech Challenge teaches students the value of hard work, innovation, and creativity. The Center for Mathematics and Science Education at the University of Mississippi serves as the FIRST Tech Challenge Affiliate Partner for the state of Mississippi. ➾ 2020-2021 SEASON The 2020-2021 season, FIRST ® GA ME CHANGERS SM powered by Star Wars: Force for Change, will celebrate the evolution of our sports and activities that make us physically and mentally strong. As part of FIRST , we are building a culture that recognizes the athlete in each of us. We know that when we move, play, and compete in any sport, we use our minds—our creativity, imagination, and critical thinking—as much as we use our muscles. Let’s work together to champion the strengths of every person who plays the game and gives us a reason to cheer. It’s time to be GAME CHANGERS. Play Video ➾ 2019-2020 SEASON A highlight video of the 2019-2020 SKYSTONE competition may be viewed here . ABOUT SCHEDULE OF EVENTS QUALIFYING TOURNAMENTS STATE CHAMPIONSHIP CONTACT US ABOUT This 2019-2020 season, FIRST RISE SM , powered by Star Wars: Force for Change , is setting out to inspire citizens of the galaxy to work together, strengthening and protecting the Force that binds us and creating a place where collaboration and collective wisdom can elevate new ideas and foster growth. Together, we RISE. What if you could build a better world? Where would you begin? More than ever, we must come together to innovate and solve problems. In FIRST , you are part of a thriving community brimming with inspiration, creativity, and hope for a stronger, more sustainable future—one that’s built better together. Click here for more information about SKYSTONE SM presented by Qualcomm. SCHEDULE OF EVENTS 2019 – 2020 Schedule of Events August 30, 2019 – ( Alumni Event) Ice Cream Social and Game Night (Oxford, MS) September 7, 2019 – FIRST Tech Challenge Kickoff (Flowood, MS) September 14 & 15, 2019 – (Alumni Event) Robot in a Weekend (Oxford, MS) October 5, 2019 – Build-it Day (Tupelo, MS) October 12, 2019 – Build-it Day (Prentiss, MS) October 19, 2019 – “Ready or Not” Scrimmage (Richland, MS) October 26, 2019 – Build-it Day (Biloxi, MS) November 2, 2019 – Build-it Day (Vicksburg, MS) November 9, 2019 – Qualifier (Bogue Chitto, MS) November 16, 2019 – Qualifier (Biloxi, MS) December 7, 2019 – Qualifier (Oxford, MS) January 11, 2020 – Qualifier (Flowood, MS) January 18, 2020 – Qualifier (Pascagoula, MS) February 1, 2020 – Qualifier (Jackson, MS) February 8, 2020 – Qualifier (Senatobia, MS) February 28 & 29, 2020 – Mississippi FIRST Tech Challenge Championship (Oxford, MS) April 13 – 18, 2020 – FIRST Championship (Houston, TX) CANCELED April 25 – May 2, 2020 – FIRST Championship (Detroit, MI) CANCELED QUALIFYING TOURNAMENTS 2019 – 2020 Qualifying Tournaments Qualifying Tournaments are held in several areas across the state of Mississippi. At these tournaments, teams compete for their spot at the Mississippi FIRST Tech Challenge Championship in Oxford, MS. Qualifying Tournaments adhere to FIRST standards in format, judging, and awards. To view the results of the 2019-2020 past Qualifying Tournaments, please CLICK HERE . For a list of registered teams at each Qualifying Tournament, please CLICK HERE . —————————————————————– *Registration for the 2019-2020 season has closed.* Bogue Chitto Qualifying Tournament, Hosted by Technocats #6273 November 9, 2019 – Bogue Chitto Attendance Center Biloxi Qualifying Tournament, Hosted by Tempest #6556 November 16, 2019 – St. Patrick Catholic High School Oxford Qualifying Tournament, Hosted by Robodores #6076 December 7, 2019 – Lafayette High School Flowood Qualifying Tournament, Hosted by NEKOS #6302 January 11, 2020 – Hartfield Academy Pascagoula Qualifying Tournament, Hosted by Avengers #11033 January 18, 2020 – Pascagoula High School Jackson Qualifying Tournament, Hosted by Techno Warriors Advanced #3486 February 1, 2020 – Muse Center, Hinds Community College Senatobia Qualifying Tournament, Hosted by Challenge Accepted #7802 February 8, 2020 – Northwest Community College STATE CHAMPIONSHIP 2019 – 2020 Mississippi FIRST Tech Challenge Championship The 2019-2020 Mississippi FIRST Tech Challenge Championship was held on Friday, February 28, 2020 & Saturday, February 29, 2020 on the campus of the University of Mississippi in Oxford, MS. The event took place in two locations on campus – the Jackson Avenue Center and the C. M. “Tad” Smith Coliseum. Results and Recipients : Inspire Award 1st Place: #7802 – Challenge Accepted (Northwest MS Robotics, Senatobia, MS) 2nd Place: #8651 – Wait For It… (Rankin Robotics, Pearl, MS) 3rd Place: #3486 – Techno Warriors Advanced (Central Mississippi Robotics, Brandon, MS) Winning Alliance #8651 – Wait For It… (Rankin Robotics, Pearl, MS) #8803 – East Rankin Robotics (East Rankin Academy, Pelahatchie, MS) #13176 – Spark-O-Matic Robotics (Jackson/Hinds Library System, Jackson, MS) Finalist Alliance #6302 – Odyssey (Hartfield Academy, Flowood, MS) #16151 – R U Serious (NGenius Learning, Brandon, MS) #16489 – Virtual North (Northpoint Christian School, Southaven, MS) Think Award 1st Place: #3486 – Techno Warriors Advanced (Central Mississippi Robotics, Brandon, MS) 2nd Place: #14236 – Slight Malfunction (Community Group, Liberty, MS) 3rd Place: #10191 – Trial and Error (Vicksburg Jr. High School, Vicksburg, MS) Connect Award 1st Place: #16151 – R U Serious (NGenius Learning, Brandon, MS) 2nd Place: #13139 – Reload F5 (Madison-Ridgeland Academy, Madison, MS) 3rd Place: #13054 – Mechanical Master Minds (Long Beach High School, Long Beach, MS) Collins Aerospace Innovate Award 1st Place: #14236 – Slight Malfunction (Community Group, Liberty, MS) 2nd Place: #8803 – East Rankin Robotics (East Rankin Academy, Pelahatchie, MS) 3rd Place: #14799 – Javawocky (Lamar Christian School, Laurel, MS) Design Award 1st Place: #8651 – Wait For It… (Rankin Robotics, Pearl, MS) 2nd Place: #16151 – R U Serious (NGenius Learning, Brandon, MS) 3rd Place: #6273 – TechnoCats (Bogue Chitto Attendance Center Bogue Chitto, MS) Motivate Award 1st Place: #13176 – Spark-O-Matic Robotics (Jackson/Hinds Library System, Jackson, MS) 2nd Place: #16694 – Misplaced Pieces (Hattiesburg Community Team, Sumrall, MS) 3rd Place: #6704 – Bot Shop (West Lincoln Attendance Center, Brookhaven, MS) Control Award presented by ARM, Inc. 1st Place: #8803 – East Rankin Robotics (East Rankin Academy, Pelahatchie, MS) 2nd Place: #6273 – TechnoCats (Bogue Chitto Attendance, Bogue Chitto, MS) Judge’s Award #6302 – Odyssey Hartfield Academy, Flowood, MS Promote Award #8651 – Wait For It… Rankin Robotics, Pearl, MS Compass Award Mr. Steve Ciaravino #16151 – R U Serious, NGenius Learning, Brandon, MS Affiliate Partner’s Award Mr. Justin Mills CMSE – University of Mississippi, Oxford, MS Volunteer of the Year Mr. Nathan Rodgers Vo...